What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Trevithick Memorial via Market Square 20 and Tredegar Lidl Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Heathrow and Merthyr Tydfil is 163 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 15m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway K14 station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 740+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 56 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
4h 15m
£81–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
5h 17m
£25–39
Bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 20 to Tredegar Lidl Stand 1bus 56
4h 51m
£34–70
Drive 150 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfilcar 150 mi
2h 40m
£37–53

Heathrow to Merthyr Tydfil by bus and train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Heathrow, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Trevithick Memorial via Kingsway K14, Market Square 20, and Tredegar Lidl Stand 1 in around 4h 51m.

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